The Position
This hospital is looking for an experienced Child and Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist to join their multidisciplinary team. Whether you are a staff specialist or visiting medical officer, you will provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management and relapse prevention programs for subacute and adolescent psychiatric patients. With an ability to help organise developments within a mental health service, you will also support junior staff and students with their continuing education and training.

The Hospital
This 400 bed acute care hospital offers a wide range of health services including a 24-hour Emergency Department and a full Intensive Care and Critical Care Unit. As for the Psychiatric services, there is a 30 bed acute inpatient unit as well as a 20 bed subacute rehabilitation unit. Specialist services are provided relating to prevention through to early detection, early intervention, triage, assessment, acute and sub-acute care, and various levels of treatment and ongoing support in the community.

The Location
Located in one of Sydney's up-and-coming suburbs, you will be just an hour from the glittering cityscape of the Sydney CBD, and about as far from the tranquil beauty of the Blue Mountains. There are a large number of schools in the area making it an extremely family orientated area and great for raising kids. You will also benefit from a rail station that has a direct line to the Sydney CBD, making trips into the city a breeze. With well-designed residential and commercial areas, this booming area is set to continue to grow.

Essential Criteria
In order to be eligible for this exciting role, you must possess or be close to obtaining FRANZCP and be eligible for or hold Specialist General registration with AHPRA.

If you are unsure if you meet the selection criteria please forward a copy of your most recent resume and I will assess your eligibility and will advise you of your options.